After Game 3 of the NBA Finals, a Bryant Park watch party reportedly devolved into fights, clashes with police, and attacks on Spurs fans. Authorities said at least 21 people were arrested on charges ranging from assaulting police officers to weapons possession and disorderly conduct. Videos circulating online showed fans ripping Spurs jerseys off opposing supporters and police escorting Spurs fans away from hostile crowds. (ABC News)

After Game 4, celebrations outside Madison Square Garden became so unruly that 56 people were arrested. Police reported people attempting to flip a taxi, throwing bottles, climbing scaffolding and light poles, igniting fireworks in crowds, and throwing objects at officers. Reports also indicated trash and objects were thrown at Spurs players as they returned to their hotel. (ABC7 New York)

Then came the championship celebration after the Knicks won their first NBA title in 53 years. While most fans celebrated peacefully, the night was overshadowed by violence and vandalism. Reports indicated 63 arrests, multiple stabbings, a shooting, damage to police vehicles, and buses being vandalized and set on fire in Times Square. Riot police were eventually deployed to restore order. (New York Post)

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Presented To:

THE “WE WON… LET’S RIOT ANYWAY” BRIGADE

For over 50 years, Knicks fans dreamed about this moment.

Generations waited.

Some never lived to see it.

The Knicks finally brought a championship back to New York.

And what did some people do with that historic achievement?

Apparently, they looked around and said:

“You know what would make this celebration better? Crime.”